Androsace alpina

Androsace alpina

Native to:
Austria | France | Italy | Switzerland
Androsace alpina

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Primulaceae
Genus:
Androsace
Species:
Androsace alpina

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Subshrub
Height:
5 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
pink, white
Ground Cover:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
pollinators
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Requires light for germination. Seeds germinate best at cool temperatures around 15°C.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20°C. Seed germinates within 3 months * pot on in lime-free compost

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society